The Logistics of Logistics

FEBRUARY 24, 2023

Chris Caplice and Joe Lynch discuss MIT Center for Transportation and Logistics and a wide range of logistics and supply chain topics. Chris is a Senior Research Scientist at MIT and serves as the Executive Director of the MIT Center for Transportation & Logistics (CTL). He received a Ph.D.

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Logistics Viewpoints

DECEMBER 1, 2023

And now on to this week’s logistics news. As part of the inaugural meeting of the White House Council on Supply Chain Resilience, the US Department of Agriculture ( USDA ) is investing $196 million to strengthen the agricultural supply chain and lower food costs. This milestone is just the first of many.” That’s all for this week.

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Logistics Viewpoints

JANUARY 12, 2022

So, I want to take this opportunity to reflect on the top 15 most popular logistics stories from 2021 and see what our readers found to be the most interesting. It was good mix of topics and authors, including a good number from our Logistics Viewpoints sponsors. So let’s take a look now at the 15 most popular logistics stories.

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Loginext

APRIL 16, 2024

This technology reduces costs, enhances operational visibility, and improves customer service, setting new standards for logistics excellence. The post How Transportation and Logistics Companies like UPS Stay Ahead with Dynamic Transportation Management Software appeared first on loginextsolutions.com.

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The Logistics of Logistics

MARCH 11, 2022

The Ukraine Logistics Coalition with Ben Gordon. People who work in logistics and supply chain are in a unique position to help the people of the Ukraine. If you can support The Ukraine Logistics Coalition with a donation of money, equipment, facilities, expertise, please contact Benjamin Gordon ben@bgsa.com.

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Logistics Viewpoints

AUGUST 12, 2022

I read earlier this week that pressure on the supply of critical materials will continue to mount as road transport electrification expands to meet net-zero ambitions. In a recent report, IEA indicated that global battery and mineral supply chains need to expand ten-fold to meet projected critical minerals needs by 2030.

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Logistics Viewpoints

SEPTEMBER 22, 2023

And now on to this week’s logistics news. Many logistics companies are loading up on diesel big rigs as California prepares to roll out a rule requiring that trucks purchased after January 1, 2024, that serve the state’s ports be zero-emission vehicles.

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Logistics Viewpoints

JANUARY 11, 2023

Unlike some of the other trends articles we have covered at Logistics Viewpoints, which take a deeper dive into technology and application specific trends, this article looked at the top trends executives need to be paying attention to before their strategic planning meetings commence. Top Five Transportation Trends ; Chris Cunnane.

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Logistics Viewpoints

MARCH 1, 2023

Let us know if you would like to schedule a meeting. The post Best Logistics and Supply Chain Conferences to Attend in 2023 appeared first on Logistics Viewpoints. Email creiser@arcweb.com. Steve, Chris, and I will be attending many of these events.

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Logistics Viewpoints

FEBRUARY 17, 2023

And now on to this week’s logistics news. Descartes Systems Group , a global leader in uniting logistics-intensive businesses in commerce, announced that it has acquired GroundCloud, the creator of a cloud-hosted final-mile automation platform, for $138 million. The enterprises were added to a lengthy register of companies the U.S.

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Talking Logistics

APRIL 22, 2022

What happens when engineers and Oreo cookies meet? Read more Above the Fold: Supply Chain Logistics News (April 22, 2022). Read more Above the Fold: Supply Chain Logistics News (April 22, 2022). The post Above the Fold: Supply Chain Logistics News (April 22, 2022) appeared first on Talking Logistics with Adrian Gonzalez.

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GlobalTranz

JULY 9, 2020

Unfortunately, the rising demand is a true risk to the state of reverse logistics. As companies look for ways to meet the rising demand, it is easy to abandon sustainability goals and focus solely on getting things accomplished.read More.

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The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

NOVEMBER 25, 2023

How Smart Lockers Can Resolve Last Mile Challenges for Logistics Providers by Candice Yuan , General Manager of Logistics Technology Business, Cainiao Group Asia Pacific’s eCommerce revenue is expected to grow by 11.64 However, this eCommerce boom comes with its share of challenges, especially for last mile logistics.

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Logistics Viewpoints

DECEMBER 7, 2022

Fuel prices and a shortage of drivers are putting transport logistics under immense pressure. Taking all aspects into account is the only way for logistics companies to have a solid foundation for decision making and holistic optimization. Big data for real-time optimizations in transport logistics.

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Logistics Viewpoints

MARCH 3, 2022

Logistics strategy as an enabler of new business models. They have changed the way they see logistics, and no longer view it as just a support process in their organization. A logistics strategy provides the competitive edge. A logistics strategy provides the competitive edge. Design of the logistics network.

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Talking Logistics

SEPTEMBER 9, 2022

I’m on my way there this morning to meet up with my Logistics Leaders. Read more Above the Fold: Supply Chain Logistics News (September 9, 2022). The post Above the Fold: Supply Chain Logistics News (September 9, 2022) appeared first on Talking Logistics with Adrian Gonzalez.

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GlobalTranz

OCTOBER 2, 2017

Understanding last mile logistics is only half the battle. Shippers need to reevaluate their existing last mile logistics processes and devise an effective last mile logistics strategy that aligns consumer and business expectation. In fact, an effective last mile logistics strategy must consider these nine key points.

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Logistics Viewpoints

JULY 15, 2022

What does this have to do with logistics you ask? And now on to this week’s logistics news: Alphabet’s Wing Develops Fleet of New Drones for More Efficient Package Delivery. But Wing is developing a robust R&D pipeline so the company can be prepared with a bunch of different aircraft that can meet different use cases.

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Logistics Middle East

DECEMBER 3, 2022

The leaders in Logistics 2022 summit will take place on 8 December at the Grosvenor House hotel in Dubai.

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GlobalTranz

SEPTEMBER 11, 2020

The post Taking Advantage of Local Drivers Meets Same Day Delivery Expectations appeared first on Transportation Management Company | Cerasis. According to Business Wire, “The same day delivery market in the US is poised to grow by $9.73 billion during 2020-2024, progressing at a CAGR of about 22% during the forecast period.”

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Logistics Viewpoints

MAY 27, 2022

However, the article does quote spokeswoman Alisa Carroll stating “Subleasing is a very common real estate practice…It allows us to relieve the financial obligations associated with an existing building that no longer meets our needs. The post This Week in Logistics News (May 21 – 27) appeared first on Logistics Viewpoints.

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Logistics Middle East

DECEMBER 4, 2022

The leaders in Logistics 2022 summit will take place on 8 December at the Grosvenor House hotel in Dubai.

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GlobalTranz

MARCH 17, 2022

GlobalTranz works with manufacturing shippers every day to move their goods and streamline their logistics strategies. GlobalTranz can be that partner—helping you make sense of changing pandemic restrictions, protocols, and best practices for all things logistics. And technology has also come a long way for logistics.

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Logistics Middle East

DECEMBER 4, 2022

The leaders in Logistics 2022 summit will take place on 8 December at the Grosvenor House hotel in Dubai.

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CHAINalytics

APRIL 25, 2023

India’s National Logistics Policy is revolutionising the logistics sector and every other industry along with it. Explore their efforts in three key areas in this new guide: Infrastructure:The NLP aims to unify various transport initiatives running under individual ministries.

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Logistics Middle East

FEBRUARY 14, 2023

The annual Logistics Middle East Awards honours the industry's landmark achievements throughout the year.

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DELMIA Quintiq

MARCH 26, 2020

It is critical for retailers to quickly respond to these sudden changes, but many struggle with this because their planners still rely on spreadsheets and legacy tools to plan their logistics operations. Continue the discussion by clicking here to learn more about our smart solutions for logistics planning.

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Logistics Viewpoints

MARCH 3, 2023

And now on to this week’s logistics news. The agreement to be acquired was previously announced on December 12, 2022, and approved by Coupa stockholders at Coupa’s Special Meeting of Stockholders held on February 23, 2023. The post This Week in Logistics News (February 25 – March 4) appeared first on Logistics Viewpoints.

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Supply Chain Brain

SEPTEMBER 15, 2022

Whatever the business — from fast-moving consumer goods to pharmaceuticals or automotive — the success of any enterprise is the result of its vertical market expertise.

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Logistics Middle East

DECEMBER 4, 2022

The leaders in Logistics 2022 summit will take place on 8 December at the Grosvenor House hotel in Dubai.

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GlobalTranz

MAY 1, 2020

Collaborative logistics is the future (and the now) of successful, risk-managed logistics and supply chain management. There is no greater demand than what market forces, competitors, and Black Swan supply chain events 3PLs and freight brokers have to meet the challenges shippers face. The industry is dealing with a.read More.

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Logistics Viewpoints

OCTOBER 14, 2022

And now, on to this week’s logistics news. The company clarified that by claiming “responsibly sourced cocoa” in connection with a product, the company means that it has “sourced enough cocoa originating from farms benefiting from its Responsible Cocoa program to meet the products production needs. As of Oct.

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The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

MAY 18, 2021

In an earlier issue of LogiSys I summarised the results of a survey that Kuehne Logistics University’s new Center for Sustainable Logistics and Supply Chains and the European Freight and Logistics Leaders Forum (F&L) conducted enquiring about European-based companies’ efforts to decarbonise their logistics.

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The Logistics of Logistics

MAY 17, 2020

Naval Sabharwal and Joe Lynch discuss why using one integrated suite for all logistics operations is the best approach for driving logistics and supply chain efficiency and effectiveness. Utilizing fragmented systems limits logistics companies from fully leveraging the data in their systems. About Ramco.

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Procurement Academy

AUGUST 10, 2021

The Elastic Logistics approach has become an appropriate response recently when Supply Chain Management (SCM) found the challenges of persistently tracking an enormous variety of items and suppliers and the need to fulfill ever-growing client’s personalized demands and expectations. What is elastic logistics?

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The Logistics of Logistics

JUNE 5, 2021

The Logistics of Customer Experience with Scott Perry. Scott Perry and Joe Lynch discuss the logistics of customer experience. Scott is the President of the Suddath Companies , Suddath has been a trusted name in moving and logistics for over a century. Key Takeaways: The Logistics of Customer Experience. About Suddath.

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